voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Youth Befriender (East Fife) Volunteer Opportunity No. VO65983 - Created/last updated: 25/07/2024 | Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | Want to make a difference, and have fun? Can you spare 2 hours a fortnight to support a marginalised young person? LINK works with 12-18 year olds who have become isolated due to mental health issues. The in-person, 1-1 befriending meetings take place out in the community. This safe, supported timeout helps the young people to increase their wellbeing, resilience, social and relationship skills. When you meet, and what you do with your befriending time together is left up to you and the young person to decide. It may be a walk, café cinema, bowling - there's a monthly allowance to cover expenses. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | no upper age limit has been specified | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Training provided: Volunteers receive training; ongoing support and supervision; personal development and social outing opportunities. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Travel and out-of-pocket expenses are paid, up to a set monthly amount. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | Experience required: No special qualifications or experience required.
Desirable skills - reliability; sense of fun and friendly; kindness; patience; good communication and listening skills; ability to volunteer independently, with regular supervision - over a cuppa and cake. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | The opportunity takes place in East Fife. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |